Legal Intern, NPSB

District of Columbia Bar • Washington, DC

17d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Legal Intern, NPSB provides support to various pro bono projects, including the Small Business Brief Advice Legal Clinic, Nonprofit Office Hours and other limited scope clinics. The position is expected to begin June 2026 and will run through August 2026. This is an hourly position working up to 25 hours per week.

Requirements

• Current law student in good standing.
• Record of academic and/or professional accomplishment.
• Experience with legal writing and analytical skills.
• Must be able to interact with individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people of limited means, with patience and compassion.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills. Must work well in a team environment and be able to interact, including in-person, with Bar members, volunteers, vendors, the public and Pro Bono Center and Bar employees.
• Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Interviews non-profit and small business prospective clients and assists in the screening of cases before the cases are placed with pro bono attorneys.
• Interviews non-profits and small businesses for brief advice legal services.
• Provides legal research and writing assignments as needed.
• Coordinates arrangements and logistics for clinics.
• Assists with client follow-up after clinics or placements.
• Assists with updating online pro bono materials in various substantive law areas.
• Drafts forms, materials, reports, correspondence, notices and other documents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed